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    [Part 2] The row across the Atlantic: 4 Women, 1 Ocean, 3000 miles

    with Victoria Monk

    1 h 27 minVictoria Monk

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    In this wonderful episode we cover the dangerous, challenging, and magical crossing of Viki and her team, There She Rows, across the Atlantic Ocean, which happened in December 2023. They finished in 39 days, breaking the standing British record, and inspiring many along the way. Tune in to hear stories of mind-blowing strength and toughness livid by these incredible women.

    (0:00) Vicky Part II

    (00:05) Getting ready for the start in Lagomera

    (04:26) Start of the crossing

    (06:40) Crossing Assistance

    (09:32) Food on the boat

    (14:35) A typical day on the boat

    (22:27) Average sleeping hours

    (26:37) Food poisoning during the crossing

    (28:08) Sea sickness

    (35:26) Abby goes overboard

    (42:58) Hallucinations on board

    (49:42) Incredible Wildlife Encounters

    (55:56) Arriving back on land

    (01:02:20) Accessing mental toughness

    (01:09:51) Inspiring Women in Sports

    (01:21:40) Next up for Viki

    (01:25:06) Closing

    Follow Viki on IG: @vjmonk

    Follow Viki's rowing team on IG: @theresherows